Most people find themselves struggling against their inner demons at some point in their life. It’s the degree and depth of that fight that differs from one person to the next.

Filmmaker Angela Matemotja weaves together a story of individuals fighting to step out from behind their darkest fears in the dramatic feature film “Elevate.”

The premise follows an overweight elevator switchboard operator (Matemotja) struggling to achieve even one araw of healthy eating. Her conflict is worsened sa pamamagitan ng an abusive boss, trapped elevator occupants, and her fitness guru as they all find themselves caught...